Step 1: Outline Basic Shapes
Dinosaur’s Body and Tail: Start with a large oval shape for the dinosaur’s body and a long, slightly curved line extending from the back for the tail.
Head and Neck: Add a smaller circle on top of the body for the head and a curved line connecting it to the body for the neck.
Legs: Sketch two thick, rounded rectangular shapes at the bottom of the body for the legs.

Step 2: Add Features and Details
Face: Draw a small circle on the head for the eye and a curved line near the bottom for the mouth.
Arms: Add two small oval shapes at the front sides of the body for the arms.
Tail Texture: On the tail, draw small triangles to represent scales.

Step 3: Refine the Shape and Add Texture
Leg Details: Add lines across the legs to show muscles and toes at the bottom.
Head Details: Add nostrils above the mouth and little bumps above the eyes for extra detail.
Body Texture: Draw rows of small bumps or triangles along the dinosaur’s spine to create a textured look.

Step 4: Add Shading and Depth
Body and Tail: Shade one side of the dinosaur’s body and tail to give it depth, making sure to add a few darker spots.
Legs and Arms: Shade the undersides of the legs and arms for a realistic look.

Step 5: Final Touches
Highlighting: Add small highlights to the dinosaur’s eye, nose, and scales on its back.
Shadows: Emphasize shadows under the neck, belly, and tail to create a lively dinosaur.
Extra Details: Add any final textures or more shading to enhance the dinosaur's skin and overall structure.
This should result in a lively drawing of a dinosaur. Enjoy the creative process!